Spinach Pasta Salad with Feta and Cranberries
If you’re on the lookout for a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare, this Spinach Pasta Salad with Feta and Cranberries is your answer! This delightful salad combines fresh spinach, tangy feta, and sweet cranberries with perfectly cooked rotini pasta. It’s an ideal choice for any occasion—from summer barbecues to quick weeknight dinners. Not only is it visually appealing with its colorful ingredients, but it also offers a nutritious boost packed with vitamins and healthy fats. Perfect for meal prep, this salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for a refreshing dish ready to enjoy anytime!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cups rotini pasta (uncooked)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and let cool.
- Rinse the fresh spinach under cold water and shake off excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, spinach, crumbled feta, and dried cranberries; toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 22mg